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Opinion
Too much pride
Whenever sad tales emerge, those closest to the scene might suggest pride was a factor. And no, we aren’t talking about conceit or arrogance – it is that other pride, where people may just be too proud to ask for help.
Gentle
One month until Christmas. That time is going to fly by in the hyper holiday hurry of planning, shopping, decorating and hosting.
Railroader had a wife at each end of each train run
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Some camel
In the end it was disappointing to all involved. A committee of really awesome people, talented and…
Linen closet
I keep a running list of things I need to do – chores that I’ll get to eventually, at some point, when I have free time. Ha, ha. Free time. That’s funny.
Long distance telephone introduced in county in 1886
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
Eleven
The 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month is a well-known refrain that signaled the end of the First World War.
OPINION: Resiliency, stories of hope to be shared in new podcast
As many of us begin to feel confident that we can see the light at the end of the tunnel, I would…
Service
Spontaneous moments are my favourite, especially when they change the course of your day. I had a…
Average worker enjoyed major wage raises over the decades
The following is a re-print of a past column by former Advertiser columnist Stephen Thorning, who…
In the news
Fifteen dollars Surely a raise is good news, but for leaders of the opposition parties in Ontario…
